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Automotive news, financing insights, industry updates, and stories from our partners.

  • Taking the Grassroots Work to the Regional Stage: Global Dominion Named Among Asia’s Best Performing Companies 2026 - PASIG CITY – Long before the gala in Kuala Lumpur, the setting Samuel Cariño knew best was a branch floor. The Global Dominion Financing, Inc. (Global Dominion) president spends a good part of each month in the field, visiting branches around the country, sitting down with loan officers and processors, and asking borrowers directly how […]
  • From a Company Car to a Tarlac Dealership: The Carluxe Auto Deals Story - Owner Carlo Moralde turned a ₱50,000 profit on his first car sale into a Tarlac dealership, and credits financing partners like Global Dominion for helping it grow. Carluxe Auto Deals started as a cash-only buy-and-sell business in Moralde’s garage. Today it offers a wide selection of used cars. Before selling cars, Moralde worked in sales […]
  • Unlocking New Horizons: Global Dominion and Manila Auto Display Forge Paths in the Pre-Owned Car Market - The Philippine automotive secondary market is experiencing a massive evolution. With practical car buyers and savvy entrepreneurs constantly seeking high-value alternatives to brand-new vehicle releases, the demand for reliable pre-owned vehicles is surging. Driving this momentum through strategic industry collaboration, Global Dominion ROPA Head Maria Lea Del Rosario recently met with the leadership team of […]
  • Driving Growth Forward: Global Dominion and Astra Multimarket Corporation Explore Strategic Partnership - For growing businesses, logistics and reliable transport are the true heavy lifters of everyday operations. Whether managing an expanding commercial fleet or upgrading transport assets to scale an enterprise, having access to both quality vehicles and seamless financing is essential. To explore new avenues for collaboration, leaders from Global Dominion and Astra Multimarket Corporation recently […]
  • Global Dominion’s Founders, Legacy, and the Baton Ahead - On an ordinary Tuesday, during a routine executive meeting, Chairman Ruben Y. Lugtu II gave President & CEO Samuel Z. Cariño a pat on the back, not for any major milestone, but just for managing the day well. After a few minutes, Group CEO Robert B. Jordan Jr. gave Cariño a nod, not to approve […]
  • Driving Growth: Global Dominion Expands Nationwide Support for Women-Led Enterprises Through GLOW - In households and communities across the Philippines, female entrepreneurs are the backbone of local business. Whether managing a growing retail store, a transport service, or an expanding commercial enterprise, women keep local supply chains moving. However, gaining access to reliable asset financing and working capital often involves navigating rigid paperwork and restrictive collateral terms. Aiming […]
  • Driving Future Innovation: Global Dominion and Tsikot Explore Strategic Automotive Partnerships - Strategic partnerships are essential for driving growth and opening new doors in the fast-paced automotive and financial industries. Recently, leadership teams from two major industry players came together to discuss potential collaborations.    Bridging Automotive Expertise and Accessible Financing For car buyers and auto enthusiasts across the Philippines, finding the right vehicle is only half […]
  • Driving the Supply Chain Forward: How Global Dominion and Autokid Are Fueling Filipino Logistics - When a commercial truck rolls out of a provincial warehouse before dawn, heading toward a distant wet market or a bustling construction supply hub, it represents more than just a commute. That quiet, early-morning movement has served as the backbone of the Philippine economy for decades. Without commercial vehicles, micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) […]
  • Driving Dreams Forward: Global Dominion and Dashcarr Pro Renew Partnership - Purchasing a vehicle is a major milestone for many Filipinos. Whether it is for daily commuting, family trips, or expanding a business fleet, having the right financial support makes all the difference. Recently, Dashcarr Pro owner Renzo Duat sat down to share laughs and stories with Global Dominion President and CEO Samuel Cariño. This meeting […]